DAC recommendations

[junk88]

I need some help with getting a DAC to pair with el amp ii, any recommendations?

 

[TimW]

The Topping D50s would be a good match.

 

[RickSanchez]

Why not the EL DAC II?

 

[junk88]

Why not the EL DAC II?

over priced for its performance

 

[Berwhale]

The Topping D50s would be a good match.

Maybe not physically, the D50s is quite a bit smaller and can't sit on top of the EL Amp II because of the volume control.

 

[Cahudson42]

+1 on EL DAC II performance lack unfortunately. Even the $90 D10 performs similarly it seems. (I do have a D10. It is sensitive to noise - cable and PS quality - but once sorted out, is fine.)

Question OP: What is upstream? Windows PC? Or an 'android box' or? As the LG V20 Quad DAC beats them both.. (Have one. Ordered a second. Unbeatable NIB for $120)